There are many roles for both
trained and untrained volunteers at the Vancouver Avian Research
Centre and getting involved is simple. All you need is enthusiasm,
some time and a willingness to learn and work with others.

For those wishing to handle birds at the banding station VARC has
developed a graduated Volunteer Level Assessment training program
which includes net extraction training and ongoing development of
ageing and sexing skills.

The purpose of the training program is to ensure that all visitors
and volunteers are fully trained and evaluated before handling birds
and that the welfare of the birds is always the top priority.

Any visitors or volunteers who wish to help at the banding station
should consult the Volunteer Levels Assessment document below in
addition to the Banding Station Protocol.